Explain the Node Replacement and Node Addition Processes AVAMAR-DEPLOY Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   Which preparation step is required before physically replacing a failed Avamar node?

   • AFormat the replacement node's disks to ensure a clean state.
   • BBack up the Avamar server configuration and ensure a recent backup exists.
   • CRemove the failed node from the Avamar grid using the MCS GUI.
   • DDisable all client backups to prevent data loss during the replacement.
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2. 2expert · hard

   A Data Node in a 4-node Avamar grid has failed. The administrator has a replacement node with the same hardware but a slightly older Avamar software version. The grid is running a newer version. What is the CORRECT course of action?

   • AInstall the replacement node with the older software and then upgrade the entire grid to match.
   • BStage the replacement node with the same Avamar software version as the grid before installing it.
   • CInstall the replacement node with the older software and then run the avmaint upgrade command on the node.
   • DInstall the replacement node with the older software and add it to the grid; the grid will automatically update it.
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4. 3foundation · easy

   What is the first step in the node addition procedure for an Avamar grid?

   • APhysically install the new node in the rack and connect it to the network.
   • BVerify the new node's hardware status.
   • CRun the avsetup utility on the new node.
   • DAdd the new node to the Avamar MCS.
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5. 4application · medium

   An administrator is adding a new Data Node to an Avamar grid. The node has been physically installed, powered on, and network-configured. The administrator runs the avmaint nodeadd command. What does this command initiate?

   • AThe node's hardware is validated for compatibility with the grid.
   • BThe node is added to the grid and begins receiving data from the existing nodes.
   • CThe node's licenses are activated for the grid.
   • DThe node's software is upgraded to match the grid's version.
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6. 5foundation · easy

   Before adding a node to an Avamar grid, which preparation step is essential?

   • AEnsure the new node has the Avamar software installed and is ready for configuration.
   • BRemove the new node from any existing Avamar grid.
   • CBack up all client data on the existing grid.
   • DConfigure the new node's IP address to match an existing node.
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